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"Purple Haze" Dark Opal Basil Seed Packets

"Purple Haze" Dark Opal Basil Seed Packets

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Trapper Schoepp is a Wisconsin-based singer-songwriter known for his heartland folk sound. He first gained national attention with his band Trapper Schoepp & The Shades, including a 2013 performance on The Late Show with David Letterman, and later co-wrote the song “On, Wisconsin” with Bob Dylan after developing unused Dylan lyrics from decades earlier.

Schoepp Seeds is his creative offshoot, offering thoughtfully selected plant varieties that feel a little unexpected — bold colors, strong personalities, and blooms that stand out in the garden.

Why We Love This

As an artist myself, I'm inspired by the way Trapper has translated his ethos and aesthetic into a completely new, but complementary, medium. These seed packets are such a cool way to spread both neat plants and his music! --Gigi

These groovy seed packets are a collaboration between Milwaukee-based folk singer Trapper Schoepp and Bentley Seeds, a NY-based seed supplier since 1975. Launched in accompaniment to Trapper's album "May Day," which is inspired by agricultural tradition and renewal, the seeds spread the message of Trapper's music and encourage new people to try gardening. A QR code on the back of the packet links to Trapper's music for a multimedia experience.

Gorgeous purple color and excellent basil flavor, dark opal basil is a great choice for cooking and garnishing! To start inside, plant purple basil seeds 1/4 inch deep in starting mix. Transplant 10" apart after all danger of frost has passed. To start outside, plant dark opal basil in late spring when danger of frost is passed. Thin to 10" apart. Great for both containers and gardens! Very frost sensitive. Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F. Lifecycle: Annual. Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months. Sun Requirement: Sun. Spacing: 8" apart. Depth: 1/4 inch. 505-515 Purple Basil Seeds Per Packet. Bloom Season: Summer. Height: 12-18". Low Maintenance: Yes. Seeds/Oz: 14,000. Sowing Method: Transplant.

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